The word apply comes from the Latin '' Applicare '' which refers to positioning something over something else or putting something in contact with something else; the word is formed from the prefix “ad” which means “towards” where it changes to “ap” thanks to the assimilation given that it is found before the letter “p”; plus the root "plicare" which means "to make folds". The word apply has several meanings that can vary depending on the context in which it is used. One of its main uses refers to placing something in particular, on another certain thing, that is to say that both things make contact.
The term apply, can also refer to when we use or employ a specific thing, that is to say when we put into practice something in particular with different purposes or ends; When we speak of this meaning, we have the possibility of putting into practice different types of knowledge, principles or measures, in order to achieve a previously set objective; An example of this is when we need to use an ordinary article, it is there when we must "apply" the different knowledge that we have so that it has a correct functioning.
One of the meanings that the dictionary of the real academy exposes to "apply" is "To refer to a particular case what has been said in general, or to an individual what has been said of another". In addition to making reference to impute, blame, assign or accuse some person, a fact or said.
In the field of law, apply is used for the award of effect or property. Finally, as a pronominal verb to apply it is related to placing dedication, dedication, effort and desire in the execution or accomplishment of something, especially in the study.
